The Mr Ollie Puppet Show for three to eight-year-olds is at the Parks, Howdon Road, tomorrow from 1.15-3.15pm and next Tuesday from 10am-noon. There is an It's a Knockout event for eight to 16-year-olds. Ring (0191) 200 6364.

A vintage bus rally is at the Stephenson Railway Museum, Middle Engine Lane, on Sunday from 11am- 3pm. A free bus service will run between the seafront and the museum.

Plans to provide a needle exchange centre in Rudyerd Street have been approved by North Tyneside Council, and a bowling alley is to be built at Cable Dene, Royal Quays.